Musical Theatre Director

Position:

Musical Theatre Director

Location:

Newton Country Day School, 785 Centre St. Newton, MA

Schedule:

(Seasonal) Extracurricular program; weekday after‑school rehearsals until 6:00pm,(2) Saturday rehearsals, extended evening hours during tech week.

Stipend:

7,000-10,000 based on experience

Position Summary
The Newton Country Day School Theatre Director is responsible for directing and organizing NCDS’s extracurricular fall full‑length musical. This year we are producing Les Misérables: School Edition. This role also involves managing the rehearsal calendar, collaborating closely with the production team, and mentoring student leaders to ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and educational experience.

There is room for growth that could also entail leading future NCDS musical productions.

Key Responsibilities

Direct our Upper School Musical.

Oversee all creative, rehearsal, and performance aspects from auditions through final performances. Fall season (8/24/26-11/21/26)

Collaborate with the Producer, Music Director, Choreographer, Technical Director, and Costume Designer to develop a cohesive vision.

Create and maintain detailed rehearsal and production calendars, including Tech Weeks.

Liaise with the Arts Chair/Producer on space allocation, scheduling, and budget.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience directing high school-level theater or equivalent educational/community experience.

Bachelor's degree in theater, musical theatre, or a related field; Masters degree preferred.

At least 2 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Familiarity with technical theater processes and commitment to inclusive environments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong music background in order to fully support this particular production.

Newton Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer. MA law requires fingerprint‑based and criminal offender record information (CORI) checks for all employees working in public and private schools.

To apply: send a cover letter and resume to elevine@newtonSH.org.

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